VocabJLPT N3
indication
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. indication
  2. 2. denotation
  3. 3. instructions
This word means "instructions" or "directions," referring to guidance given by someone in authority. It is often used in workplace or formal settings when a superior gives orders or directives.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Why do I always worry so much about what other people tell me to do?

Sentence 2

Wait, did that instruction say left? Right? Which one?!

Sentence 3

The same instructions again — do they even think these through?

Sentence 4

The kid complained, "Mom gives way too many instructions!"

Sentence 5

If we don't follow these instructions, it'll come back to bite us, right?